Slow Cooker Steak Bites

Prep Time:

15 Minutes

Cook Time: 

4 Hours

Total Time:

4 Hours & 15 Minutes

Servings:

8 People

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds Sirloin Steak cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small sweet onion thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
• 1 cup unsalted beef stock or broth
• 1 ounce au jus gravy mix (1 packet)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter thinly sliced
• fresh chopped parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

• Place the steak into a large bowl with the salt and pepper and toss to combine.
• Get a large skillet hot over medium-high heat and add half of the oil. Sear off the steak pieces in batches and place them into an 6-quart slow cooker. Add more oil to the pan if needed.
• Once all the steak is seared, add the onion and garlic to the slow cooker, toss with the steak bites.
• Pour in the beef stock. Sprinkle the au jus packet over the top. Lay slices of the butter over the top.
• Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours. Stir every 30 minutes or so if you can.
• Serve with a garnish of fresh parsley if using.

Notes:

• Round steak, stew meat, or chuck roast can be used in place of sirloin.
• Searing is optional but adds great flavor. If skipping, add seasoned steak directly to the slow cooker.
• Serve with egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
• Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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